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In the Italian language, there are four main verb moods: indicative, subjunctive, conditional, and imperative. Each of these moods is used to express different intentions, actions, or states.
The indicative talks about facts, the subjunctive about doubts and desires, the conditional about hypothetical situations, and the imperative for commands and requests.
Knowing how to conjugate verbs correctly in these moods allows you to easily express various thoughts and emotions in everyday conversation.
Ha firmato il contratto. (Giosuè Carducci, Odi Barbare)
firmare : to sign
fir||re : (accento grave)

indicativo firmare. Indicative mood of the verb firmare


Tempo semplice

firmare presente

io firmo
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tu firmi
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lui/lei/Lei firma
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noi firmiamo
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voi firmate
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loro firmano
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Tempo semplice

firmare imperfetto

io firmavo
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tu firmavi
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lui/lei/Lei firmava
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noi firmavamo
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voi firmavate
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loro firmavano
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Tempo semplice

firmare futuro semplice

io firmerò
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tu firmerai
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lui/lei/Lei firmerà
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noi firmeremo
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voi firmerete
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loro firmeranno
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Tempo semplice

firmare passato remoto

io firmai
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tu firmasti
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lui/lei/Lei firmò
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noi firmammo
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voi firmaste
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loro firmarono
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Tempo composto

firmare futuro anteriore

io avrò firmato
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tu avrai firmato
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lui/lei/Lei avrà firmato
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noi avremo firmato
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voi avrete firmato
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loro avranno firmato
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Tempo composto

firmare passato prossimo

io ho firmato
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tu hai firmato
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lui/lei/Lei ha firmato
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noi abbiamo firmato
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voi avete firmato
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loro hanno firmato
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Tempo composto

firmare trapassato prossimo

io avevo firmato
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tu avevi firmato
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lui/lei/Lei aveva firmato
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noi avevamo firmato
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voi avevate firmato
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loro avevano firmato
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Tempo composto

firmare trapassato remoto

io ebbi firmato
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tu avesti firmato
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lui/lei/Lei ebbe firmato
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noi avemmo firmato
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voi aveste firmato
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loro ebbero firmato
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General information about the indicative mood (Indicativo) of Italian verbs

The indicative mood (Indicativo) is one of the fundamental verb moods in the Italian language, used to express actions, states, or events considered real or certain. It is employed to describe facts, daily routines, and objective situations.
For instance, sentences like "Io vado al mercato" or "Loro studiano per l'esame" illustrate the use of the indicative to convey concrete information.
This mood can be conjugated in various tenses, such as present, past, and future, allowing for precise placement of actions in time. Understanding the indicative is essential for effective communication and for grasping the nuances of the Italian language.

congiuntivo firmare. Subjunctive mood of the verb firmare


Tempo semplice

firmare congiuntivo presente

io firmi
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tu firmi
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lui/lei/Lei firmi
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noi firmiamo
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voi firmiate
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loro firmino
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Tempo semplice

firmare congiuntivo imperfetto

io firmassi
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tu firmassi
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lui/lei/Lei firmasse
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noi firmassimo
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voi firmaste
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loro firmassero
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Tempo composto

firmare congiuntivo passato

io abbia firmato
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tu abbia firmato
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lui/lei/Lei abbia firmato
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noi abbiamo firmato
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voi abbiate firmato
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loro abbiano firmato
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Tempo composto

firmare congiuntivo trapassato

io avessi firmato
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tu avessi firmato
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lui/lei/Lei avesse firmato
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noi avessimo firmato
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voi aveste firmato
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loro avessero firmato
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General information about the subjunctive mood (Congiuntivo) of Italian verbs

The subjunctive mood (Congiuntivo) is a fundamental verb mood in the Italian language, used to express uncertainty, wishes, emotions, and hypothetical situations. It is employed when discussing actions that are not certain or real, such as in cases of doubt or possibility.
For instance, sentences like "Spero che tu venga" or "Se avessi tempo, partirei" illustrate the use of the subjunctive to reflect states of mind or events that depend on conditions.
This mood can appear in various tenses, such as present and past, and is essential for nuanced communication and expressing complex thoughts in the Italian language.

condizionale firmare. Conditional mood of the verb firmare


Tempo semplice

firmare condizionale presente

io firmerei
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tu firmeresti
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lui/lei/Lei firmerebbe
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noi firmeremmo
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voi firmereste
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loro firmerebbero
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Tempo composto

firmare condizionale passato

io avrei firmato
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tu avresti firmato
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lui/lei/Lei avrebbe firmato
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noi avremmo firmato
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voi avreste firmato
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loro avrebbero firmato
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General information about the conditional mood (Condizionale) of Italian verbs

The conditional mood (Condizionale) is a fundamental verb mood in the Italian language, used to express actions or states that depend on specific conditions. It is often employed to formulate wishes, requests, or hypothetical situations that are not certain.
For instance, sentences like "Vorrei un caffè" or "Se avessi più tempo, viaggerei di più" illustrate how the conditional is used to express situations dependent on certain circumstances.
This mood can be conjugated in tenses like present and past, and is essential for clear communication and expressing complex thoughts in the Italian language.

imperativo firmare. Imperative mood of the verb firmare


firmare imperativo

tu firma
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noi firmiamo
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voi firmate
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firmare congiuntivo esortativo

Lei firmi
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Che lui/lei firmi
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Che loro firmino
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General information about the imperative mood (Imperativo) of Italian verbs

The imperative mood (Imperativo) is an essential verb mood in the Italian language, used to give commands, instructions, or advice. It is formed for the second person singular, second person plural, and first person plural.
For example, sentences like "Fai attenzione!" or "Parlate lentamente!" demonstrate how the imperative can be used to communicate directly and clearly. The phrase "Andiamo!" for expressing an invitation to do something together is also an example of the imperative.
However, it's important to note that the imperative does not have forms for the third person singular and plural. In these cases, the subjunctive mood is used to express desires or recommendations in a gentler manner. This characteristic makes Italian unique, as the subjunctive adds a touch of politeness and delicacy to conversations.
Knowing the imperative and its appropriate use is crucial for effective communication and maintaining a friendly tone in everyday interactions.

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